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plumose

Plumose (adj) means having feathers or plumes.

adj
1
Having feathers or plumes.
2
Having hairs, or other parts, arranged along an axis like a feather.
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Etymology

From Latin plūmōsus (“feathered”), from plūma (“feather”): compare French plumeux. By surface analysis, plume + -ose.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of plumose?

"plumose" (adj) means having feathers or plumes.

What are the different meanings of plumose?

"plumose" has 2 main meanings: 1. Having feathers or plumes; 2. Having hairs, or other parts, arranged along an axis like a feather.

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